Flames After Dark

Entrances: Main entrance of Student Center East & the Courtyard tunnel

Kick off the school year with Flames After Dark, UIC’s signature back-to-school bash — and this year, it’s an epic showdown: Aliens vs. Cowboys. Pick a side and explore a full building takeover packed with interactive experiences, music, food, and fun.

Event Highlights:
🛸 Laser Tag Arena – Team battles in a glow-up showdown
💃 Rave Room – Dance all night with immersive lighting and a live DJ
🕹 Arcade Lounge – Chill with classic Xbox and PlayStation games
🎳 Millennium Lanes & Billiards – Bowl up to 2 games under blacklights or enjoy up to 30 minutes of billiards
🎨 Craft Room – Create themed crafts to match your side
🎤 Karaoke Zone – Sing your heart out, solo or with friends
🎬 Movie Screening: Sinners – Catch the newest alien-western thriller
🔍 Scavenger Hunt – Complete challenges throughout the event for a chance to win prizes
🤝 Icebreaker Lounge – Meet new people through casual games and team mixers

Free Papa John’s pizza for the first 100 students, giveaways, and themed swag all night long. Costumes encouraged. Open to UIC students only — no pre-registration required.